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    Stop Professor Killjoy's Plot

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Preston - Riverside & Gardens

Preston

Riverside & Gardens

Preston - Riverside & Gardens

Can you thwart evil Professor Killjoy's dastardly plans?

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5* reviews from
8,000+ happy families

They are a really good and fun way to explore a new town or city, or your local area... Suitable for all ages. We are in our 70's.

– Laura Reeves

We were a group of 3 generations between 17 and 70ish – you really don't need to have children with you to enjoy these trails.

– Sarah Smith

Makes exploring towns really fun.

– Karunen Pillay Vencatasawmy

Great little adventures... and at £10.99 they are good value.

– L Stewart

Fantastic time spent exploring, treasure hunting, seeing new places.

– Jane Stevens

We got to see new places and things you wouldn’t notice, if you were simply walking round.

– Laura Beale

Brilliant fun, covering all ages. I've done these alone, with my teen kids and even did one as a first date!

– Zara Lyford

A great way of visiting a place in a way you wouldn't normally.

– DaveB3650

You look at features of towns you don't normally notice.

– Rachel Hill

Enjoyable solving clues and going to places in the town which we never knew existed.

– Mr Stephen Parnell

An excellent way of exploring a new or familiar place.

– Lucien Riviere

We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

– Kate Hood

Explore Preston Differently

Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

A family reading a Treasure Trails booklet together on a sunny street
  • Follow a carefully planned self-guided route through the area
  • Use real landmarks and features to crack around 18 clever clues
  • Notice fascinating features you'd normally walk straight past
  • Great fun for everyone from 6 to 106
  • Around 2 hours of exploring
    Around 1.6 miles of walking
  • One trail is perfect for up to 5 people

How it Works

  1. 1. Choose how you want to explore

    Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.

  2. 2. Access it
    instantly

    Your App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.

  3. 3. Explore
    & solve

    Follow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.

  4. 4. Submit
    your answer

    Enter your final
    answer online to
    reveal the ending.

Top secret!

We've got a mission for you in

Preston

Attention all super-spies! We need your help to save Preston's beautiful parks from destruction. The evil Professor Killjoy is up to his old tricks again, and this time he has created a device that will destroy all the flowers, trees, and grass in the parks. But fear not, we may have a chance to stop him. Hidden clues throughout the parks will reveal the secret deactivation code. Are YOU up for the mission?

Spy Adventure Through Preston's Riverside & Gardens

Join the ranks of super-spies as you embark on this thrilling self-guided Spy Mission through Preston's Riverside & Gardens. Starting at Fishergate in the city centre, you'll follow a trail of mind-bending clues through the beautiful Winckley Square gardens. Next, you'll visit Avenham and Miller Parks, and tiptoe through enemy territory along the River Ribble.

But beware, this mission won't be a walk in the park. The evil Professor Killjoy is determined to ruin Preston's natural beauty, and it's up to YOU to solve the clues and deactivate his destructive device before it's too late!

Time is of the essence… Will YOU be able to save Preston's parks from becoming a barren wasteland?

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Preston - Riverside & Gardens
Preston - Riverside & Gardens
From the case file
Preston - Riverside & Gardens

Everything you've uncovered has led to this...

Use the intelligence you've gathered, crack the final challenge and bring the mission to a successful close.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Preston Parks and Gardens Treasure Trail starts at:

Winckley Street

Preston

Lancashire

Lancashire

PR1 2AA

England

Spy Mission Themed Trail

Spy
Mission

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

1.6 Miles Walking Distance

1.6 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A self-guided spy mission walking Trail around Preston.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 1.6-mile 'loop' Trail (takes roughly 2 hours to complete at your own pace).
  • Text message service for clues if you get stuck.
  • Learn more about where you live, or explore somewhere new.
  • Download your Trail now for instant fun (or receive your copy in the post)!

More Information:

Before you set off on your awesome adventure, there are a few things you need to know...

Unfortunately, the route isn’t friendly for wheelchair users due to steps along the route as well as a short, steep section. However, those with pushchairs should find this manageable, as there are alternative paths for bypassing the steps.

Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that there are some short sections of the on pavements along quiet streets, and so may require dogs to be on leads.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at St John Shopping Centre (PR1 1FB), just a minute walk away. Or why not try Preston’s fantastic Park and Ride service?

There are some fantastic events in Preston’s calendar, all of which are great times to visit this historical city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Preston Visitor Information.

There are chances to stock up on snacks or stop for refreshments at the start, as well as a café, public toilets and a perfect picnic spot in the park near Clue 12.

Why not make a day of it and take a peek inside the Lancashire Infantry Museum or the Harris Museum, Art Gallery and Library to uncover more of what Preston has to offer? Or, take some time to explore further into the many parks with their stunning scenery.

Mini Secret Agent Club

We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.

Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.

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